Have you ever had a student be able to seamlessly recite their multiplication facts, but are unable to 1) explain how …
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10 Tips for Stress-Free Standardized Testing
Standardized testing in elementary schools has become the norm, and while we can’t completely take away the stress and …
Ideas to Get Students Writing in Math
Integrating writing and math is critical in twenty-first century classrooms. Mathematical writing is an effective way to …
Concept Sorts
Are you looking to learn more about concept sorts? If so, you found the right place! A concept sort can be used across …
Ideas and Strategies for Teaching Word Problems
Math word problems tend to be one of the most challenging tasks for elementary students. If you find that students in …
How to Teach Subtraction
Not only do elementary students need to have a strong conceptual understanding of subtraction, they also mustbe …
How to Teach Skip Counting
According to the Common Core, second grade students need to be able to skip count by 5s, 10s, and 100s by the end of the …
The Importance of Spiral Review for Effective Student Learning
SCREEEEEEEECH!!! That’s the sound heard in many classrooms as teachers are forced to hit the brakes on teaching engaging …
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How to Teach Addition Facts
Addition is one of those math skills that students need throughout their formal education and life beyond school. By …
How to Teach Place Value
Place value understanding is the core of math. If students do not have a strong conceptual understanding of it, then …
How to Teach Rounding
Rounding numbers is taught in third, fourth, and fifth grade classrooms across the United States. This blog post is …
How to Teach Number Sense
Elementary school is the most critical time for students to develop a strong number sense. It impacts …
